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October 2012 Posts
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Ingredient Decoder: Musk
When a cologne has an unmistakable earthy sensuality, it’s a safe bet that musk is culprit. A standard base note in most fragrances, this original love potion has an origin story as intriguing as the scent itself.
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Advice from a Mustachioed Man: William Thomas Boothby
California assemblyman, author, and renowned San Francisco barkeep William Thomas Boothby (1862-1930) offers some valuable guidance.
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The Five Ties Every Guy Should Own
Two cross-country moves in a single year resulted in the loss of our correspondent’s entire tie collection. It turns out the fresh start was just what he needed to break free from all the five-inch-wide hand-me-downs. He shows us how to build the perfect pared down tie collection.
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Five Top-Shelf Whiskies Under 50 Dollars
Here we offer a shortlist of low-priced but highly drinkable whiskeys to help you keep your downtime dignified.
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Video: Whiskey 4 Ways with Jim Meehan
Jim Meehan, Managing Partner of PDT in New York's East Village, talks glassware, chill, dilution, proof, and presentation when serving whiskey.
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Video: The Value of Pre-Shave Oil
Talk to any seasoned painter, and they’ll tell you that it's all about the preparation. The Art of Shaving® feels the same way about the whisker removal ritual. Here, Doug Bielanski, Director of Education for The Art of Shaving, shows Birchbox Man's Martin Mulkeen the ins and outs of pre-shave oil.
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Video: The Reluctant Groomer Takes on Cologne
While getting ready to go out for the evening, our Reluctant Groomer gets some much-needed advice on how to put on cologne the proper way.
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Grooming Hat Trick: Clear Skin
Every once in a while the elements of everyday life—oil, dirt, and stress—can bring bad teenage acne memories back to life. Here are three essentials for your medicine cabinet to clear up your complexion and keep it clear.
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Mud Slinging: Why Wear a Mask?
If you’re Batman, “you wear the mask to protect those you love.” If you’re just a regular guy, you should wear a mud mask to draw out toxins and impurities from clogged pores and re-hydrate your parched mug. Trust us.
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Moisturizers Worthy of History’s Greatest Polar Explorers
We stepped into the way back machine to profile Arctic and Antarctic adventurers who pioneered the harshest environments on the planet. Imagining ourselves in their (snow)shoes, we figured they could have used some soothing body lotion.
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The Overserved Society Presents: The Manhattan
When the guys behind The Overserved Society can't find a cocktail recipe that satisfies, they start experimenting. This month, the Chicago team engineered the perfect Manhattan.
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Video: Jamin Warren for Birchbox Man
The founder of Kill Screen discusses how video games inspire him, what grooming tips he inherited from his family, and the importance of shoes in tying an outfit together.
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How To: Use a Badger Hair Shaving Brush
A shaving brush gives your bathroom sink some choice vintage flair, but does it actually make for a closer and more comfortable shave? Absolutely. Here's everything you need to know about how to use a shaving brush and why badger hair is worth the expense.
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The Four Elements of the Perfect Shave
Shaving is all about care, preparation, and follow-through. Here we take a closer look at The Art of Shaving's four steps of the flawless shave. It might take a little bit of time, but hey, you've got to own the ritual. Here's how.
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The Ultimate Autumn Drink: The Great Pumpkin
Jim Meehan, Managing Partner of PDT, teaches Birchbox Man how to make the ultimate fall cocktail—The Great Pumpkin. Watch as he mixes pumpkin ale, rye whiskey, apple brandy, maple syrup, and a raw egg to make an enticing concoction.
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How To: Cut Your Shower Time in Half
Preparing and eating a grilled cheese sandwich...reading the hundreds of pages in Moby Dick dedicated solely to whale physiology...training for a Tough Mudder challenge—these are just a few ways you might want to spend all the extra time you'll have once you start using these luxurious multitasking shower products.
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Your Complete Tough Mudder Dopp Kit
Designed by British Special Forces, the Tough Mudder has been called “The Toughest Event on the Planet.” Never one to back down from a challenge, Birchbox Man had to scope it out. In addition to sending a team of brave souls through the course in Englishtown, NJ, this weekend, we’ll be greeting participants with a fully stocked clean up station. Prepping for the challenge? Here’s a quick primer on what you need to stay classy while trudging through the muck.
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Birchbox Man X Movember
From full-bodied soup-sifter to pencil-thin twizzler, every Movember mustache is a success because every 'stache contributes to the fight against prostate and testicular cancer. Ready to find out what your upper lip is really made of? Join the Birchbox Man Movember team.
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November Box Preview (Spoiler Alert)
In this inside look at the November Birchbox Man assortment Martin and Matt tackle Matt's lower back troubles and overstuffed wallet woes.
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Join the Birchbox Man Movember Team
Looking for a 'stache squad for this Movember? Look no further. Join the Birchbox Man team and and help raise money and awareness for cancer research. We'll be matching every dollar you raise, and giving away all kinds of awesome prizes.
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